11th Int'l Day of Yoga celebrated across Kashmir with enthusiasm

Events mark collective yoga demonstration, live streaming of PM's address

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Series of events highlighting the many benefits of practicing yoga marked the observance of 11th International Day of Yoga saturday on June 21st across all the districts of Kashmir.

This year the day was celebrated on the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', which echoes a vital truth that personal wellness and planetary health are inseparably linked.

On the occasion, Deputy Commissioners, other officers and officials besides youth, students and public were seen performing yoga during symbolic yoga sessions across Kashmir division.

At Baramulla, In a remarkable display of unity, wellness, and collective harmony, Baramulla district celebrated the 11th International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm at Showkat Ali Stadium.

The event witnessed the participation of approximately 1300 individuals, including officers, officials, students, and local citizens.

The celebration commenced with participants listening to the live-streamed address of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi from Visakhapatnam, broadcast on a large screen at the venue.

The event was attended by DIG North Kashmir Range, Maqsood-ul-Zamaan; Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, and other senior officers from the civil, police and CRPF administration

Speaking to the media, Deputy Commissioner highlighted the widespread observance of the day. “Yoga sessions are being conducted across the district to promote a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Make yoga a part of your daily routine—it benefits both body and mind. We have trained yoga instructors and Physical Education teachers guiding these sessions in various institutions,” he said.

The gathering actively participated in guided yoga sessions, which included live demonstrations of asanas and breathing techniques led by trained instructors.